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    "id": 1409296,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1409296/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Tana River County, KANU",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Amina Dika",
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    "content": " Thank you, Hon. Speaker. Pursuant to Standing Order 44(2(c), I rise to request for a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Blue Economy, Water and Irrigation regarding the harvesting of stormwater in Tana River. Tana River County is characterised by its arid and semi-arid conditions, which often lead to either flooding during heavy rainfall or droughts during the dry season. Sadly, the residents of Tana River County are currently grappling with the challenge of flooding due to intense rainfall across the country. This has had a devastating impact on farmers whose livelihoods depend on agriculture, as their crops have been completely submerged. In addition, the roads being impassable has forced the residents to use boats in flooded areas leading to the risk of boat incidents such as what occurred in of Bura Constituency recently. Given the extreme weather cycles in this region, it is imperative to implement initiatives for the harvesting of stormwater. This will help residents utilize the water for agricultural purposes year-round thus bolstering food security and mitigating the issue of flooding in the downstream areas. It is against this background that I seek a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Blue Economy, Water and Irrigation on the following: 1. What strategies does the Ministry of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation have in place to harness the heavy rains for long-term drought mitigation? 2. What support mechanisms are available to communities within Tana River County during and after the heavy rains considering the adverse effects on their livelihoods? 3. What measures are in place to mitigate the effects of overflowing dams that contribute to flooding within Tana River County? Thank you, Hon. Speaker"
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